Bangkok, April 30, 2026 (AFP) - Decade-long study reveals whale shark Indonesia hotspots

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2026-04-30

A decade-long study tracking dozens of whale sharks off Indonesia's coast has revealed the secrets of their migrations and two hotspots where they gather year-round. The research published Thursday fills in critical gaps in knowledge about the endangered species, and builds the case for increased protection of the Indonesian bays that the species flocks to, scientists said. Whale sharks, which are a type of shark, not whale, face threats includin......

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